Erkel Theatre, Budapest

Name: Erkel Theatre
Address: II. Janos Pal papa ter 30, Budapest, 1087, Hungary
Telephone: +36 1 333 0108

#149 among attractions in Budapest

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Facts and practical information

The Erkel Theatre is a theatre in Budapest, Hungary. Being the largest public building in the city for decades, it was made part of the Hungarian State Opera House in 1951. ()

Local name: Erkel Színház Coordinates: 47°29'49"N, 19°4'37"E

Address

II. Janos Pal papa ter 30JózsefvárosBudapest 1087 Hungary

Contact

+36 1 333 0108

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Erkel Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dohány Street Synagogue, Rákóczi Square Market Hall, Arena Plaza, Kerepesi Cemetery.

0.8 miW
Iconic 19th-century religious complex
Dohány Street Synagogue, Budapest
20 min walk • The Dohány Street Synagogue, also known as the Great Synagogue, is a magnificent jewel in the heart of Budapest, Hungary. Standing as the largest synagogue in Europe and the second-largest in the world, this architectural masterpiece can accommodate up to 3,000...
~1990 ftSW
Shopping, Market
Rákóczi Square Market Hall, Budapest
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Budapest's vibrant VIII district, the Rákóczi Square Market Hall stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural and culinary heritage. This bustling market, a hub for locals and tourists alike, offers an authentic Hungarian shopping...
0.7 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Arena Plaza, Budapest
18 min walk • Arena Mall is the largest shopping plaza in Budapest at a size of 200,000 m². On November 15, 2007, Arena Plaza opened at the site of an old horse racing track.
0.7 miE
Large cemetery popular for walking
Kerepesi Cemetery, Budapest
19 min walk • Kerepesi Cemetery, the final resting place of many notable figures in Hungarian history, is a serene and historically significant site located in the heart of Budapest, Hungary. Established in 1847, this expansive cemetery spans over 56 hectares and is renowned for its...
0.6 miW
Nightlife, Restaurant
Szimpla Kert, Budapest
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0.8 miN
Church, Art Nouveau architecture
Reformed Church of Fasor, Budapest
20 min walk • The Reformed Church of Fasor or Fasor Reformed Church is an Art Nouveau Protestant church in District VII of Budapest, designed by Aladár Árkay in 1910–1912. It is part of the Reformed Church in Hungary. Most of the funds came from Adolf Laky earning him a bust in the church garden.
0.8 miS
47°29'10"N • 19°4'24"E
Corvin Plaza Shopping Centre, Budapest
20 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.5 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Magyar Theatre, Budapest
12 min walk • The Magyar Theatre is a theatre operating in Budapest, Hungary. Its company started on August 22, 1837 as the first major Hungarian-language theatrical company in the city. They operated under this label until August 8, 1840, when the name was changed to National Theatre of Hungary.
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Universities and schools
University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest, Budapest
12 min walk • University of Veterinary Medicine Budapest is a state-owned university in Budapest, Hungary.
~1180 ftNW
Area
Budapest/Pest, Budapest
6 min walk • Pest is the eastern, mostly flat part of Budapest, Hungary, comprising about two-thirds of the city's territory. It is separated from Buda and Óbuda, the western parts of Budapest, by the Danube River.
0.7 miW
Memorial, Park, Monuments and statues
Raoul Wallenberg Holocaust Memorial Park, Budapest
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Erkel Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Népszínház Street 37, Budapest (5 min walk), Budapest/Pest, Budapest (6 min walk), Árpádházi Szent Erzsébet-templom, Budapest (9 min walk), Rákóczi Avenue, Budapest (9 min walk).

How to get to Erkel Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Erkel Theatre:

Metro

II. János Pál pápa tér • Lines: M4 (3 min walk)
Keleti pályaudvar • Lines: M2, M4 (9 min walk)

Bus

Kiss József utca • Lines: 99 (4 min walk)
II. János Pál pápa tér M • Lines: 217E, 99 (5 min walk)

Tram

II. János Pál pápa tér M • Lines: 28, 28A, 37, 37A, 62 (4 min walk)
Blaha Lujza tér M • Lines: 28, 28A, 37, 37A, 4, 6, 62 (7 min walk)

Trolleybus

Keleti pályaudvar M • Lines: 73M, 76, 79M, 80 (10 min walk)
Horváth Mihály tér • Lines: 72M, 83 (13 min walk)

Train

Budapest Keleti Station (11 min walk)
Budapest-Nyugati (34 min walk)